The 45-year-old teacher from Platt Drive Primary in Isiphingo died on Tuesday after testing positive for Covid-19 several days before her death.

Another teacher at the school has also tested positive for the virus.

Provincial health officials are tracing all those who have come into contact with the teacher and her family members.

Motshekga says she is devastated at the passing of the teacher.

“We will ensure that the families, colleagues and classmates of the learner receive counselling. Losing teachers at a time like this is particularly hard when they are instrumental in ensuring that learning and teaching continue during the time of the lockdown,” she said in a statement.

A 14-year-old pupil related to one of the affected teachers has also tested positive.

Jacaranda FM